Modifying the Wi-Fi Direct Network Name or Password

You can modify the Wi-Fi Direct name and password to create a more descriptive and secure Wi-Fi Direct network.

Note: If you are printing from a computer, make sure you installed the network software as described on the Start Here sheet.

Press the home button, if necessary.
Select the icon. You see this screen:
Select Wi-Fi Direct.
Select Start Setup.
Select the icon.
Press the down arrow and do one of the following:
- To change the Wi-Fi Direct network name, select Change Network Name and select Yes. Select Change, then use the on-screen keyboard to enter the new network name.
- To change the Wi-Fi Direct password, select Change Password and select Yes. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your new Wi-Fi Direct password.
  Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long.
Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they will be disconnected when you change the network name or password.
When entering your Wi-Fi Direct network name or password, do the following:
- To move the cursor, press the left or right arrow.
- To change the case of letters, select .
- To delete the previous character, select .
- To enter numbers and symbols, select 123#.
- To enter a space, select .
- To finish entering your network name or password, select OK.
Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) displayed on the LCD screen, then enter the password shown.
Note: Make a note of the SSID and password that appear.
Press the home button to return to the Home screen. Computers and wireless devices can now access the product using the new network name and password.